Bill > S08001

This bill amends the New York public authorities law to authorize the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation to award grants and loans to non-public entities for water quality projects focused on removing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from water systems. PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals known for their potential health risks, and this legislation specifically targets their removal from various types of water systems, including community water systems (like municipal water supplies) and non-community water systems (such as those serving schools or workplaces). The bill defines "public water system" broadly to include different categories of water systems as defined by New York State Department of Health regulations. The legislation emphasizes that these efforts are for the public benefit and positions the Environmental Facilities Corporation as performing an essential governmental function in addressing water quality and potential PFAS contamination. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8001